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DV02 MLU

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

57,861 mi
Last recorded57,861 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV02 MLU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2016 57,861 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 54,363 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear exhaust box and joining fitting corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2014 51,912 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear/middle section(s) of exhaust corroded

Pass 2 May 2013 49,818 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 2 May 2013 49,818 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 9 May 2012 47,519 miles

front tyres getting low

rear exhust box getting corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2011 44,867 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear tyres uneven wear on tread.

Fail 18 Apr 2011 44,867 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear tyres uneven wear on tread.

Pass 29 Mar 2010 42,011 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 37,212 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 30,912 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 23,950 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 17,026 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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DV02 MLU is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2002 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 79,020 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DV02 MLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 24 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DV02 MLU registered?

DV02 MLU is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 8 July 2002.

Is DV02 MLU safe to buy?

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